So! You think you’ve found your dream home, and you can’t wait to check it out in person. Before you go, here are a few things that are...

Not all insurance products are created equal. One of the most common mistakes homeowners and potential homeowners make is that they hear...

Step 1 - Your Credit Score Whether you qualify for a mortgage through a bank, credit union or other financial institution, you should be...

When it comes to finding your perfect home, there are so many more options for potential homeowners! From a single-family dwelling to a...

When buying a home, there is nothing worse than having your mortgage broker or lawyer call and say “there is a problem”. If you have...

If you are new to the world of mortgages, you probably have a lot of questions - such as whether to choose a fixed-rate mortgage or...

If you are coming up to your mortgage renewal date, you may have already received a letter from your lender. Typically, these are sent...

Often, the route to owning your own home can seem like a trip to the moon and back. Really though, it comes down to five key steps: 1 –...

Mortgages and the entire home buying experience is a process that can last weeks, months, sometimes even years. From the early stages of...

As a Canadian homebuyer or homeowner, your borrowing power is impacted by a few factors. Recent changes to the lending policies announced...

As a first time home buyer, there are some programs and incentives available to you as you set out to buy a home. Before I get into the...

When thinking about purchasing a home, most people think the first step is to find a realtor. Arguably, the first step you should take...

Record Gains in Canadian Home Sales and Listings in May There was good news today on the housing front. Home sales surged by a record...

I find it absolutely amazing that I have access to a Chief Economist within my organization. Dr. Shelly Cooper is an award winning...

Budgeting is a strategy and a habit that allows you to create a spending plan, usually on a monthly basis. This plan allows you to...

Let's talk about your credit report; also knowns as your credit bureau. There are two main consumer reporting agencies in Canada, Equifax...